2009 Audi R8 vs. 2005 Honda NSX
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda NSX would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2005 Honda NSX. (276 HP @ 7300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2005 Honda NSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Audi R8 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda NSX. (298 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi R8 | 2005 Honda NSX | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | R8 | NSX |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 301 km/hour | 265 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.6 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |